This full day tour introduces you to the Naso way of life, including their food, handicrafts and traditional dances. It also gives you the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful rain forest that surrounds these small communities, with a chance to observe the rich fauna that inhabits it. A botanical garden tour demonstrates the Naso’s deep knowledge of the jungle, and the plants they still use as medicine.

The Village

The Naso are one of Panama’s smallest indigenous groups, at around 3,500 people. Their isolation means they still grow much of their own food, use ancient medicinal remedies, and lead traditional lifestyles. They retain their own language, and are delighted to share their rich folk history and traditional dances with visitors. The Naso are also proud of their king - the only monarch in the Western hemisphere.

Highlights

• Riding in a dugout canoe up the Changuinola River
• The possibility of spotting sloths, toucans or huge green iguanas in the trees along the riverbanks
• A traditional Naso meal, prepared with ingredients grown around the community
• An introduction tothe Naso culture through dance and craft demonstrations, and a talk about the past and present of the people
• Learning how the Naso still employ the plants of the jungle to treat pain and sickness

Itinerary

Times and activitiesmay vary according to weather and availability of guides

9:00: Meet guide at Changuinola, and travel to El Silencio river port

9:45: Begin canoe ride up Changuinola River

11:00: Arrive at Soposo port and begin hike to community

11:45: Arrive at cabins

12:00: Lunch

1:00: Travel to Santa Rosa for dance and crafts presentations, and botanical garden tour

3:00: Return journey downriver

4:00: Taxi back to Changuinola

Price

$90 perperson, or $50 for children aged 3-12

Package Includes

• Return boat transportation from Changuinola
• Lunch
• Guide
• All activities

What to Bring

Hiking shoes that can get wet/muddy, rain jackets, insect repellent, sun screen, light and quick drying clothing, binoculars, day packs, water

Contact

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Website: www.soposo.com

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